HUD Environmental Review Specialist

Description: The Cloudburst Group is a unique small business working at the intersection of domestic and international development to support government programs that benefit low-income and vulnerable populations. Our work is guided by a mission to improve economic, social, and environmental resilience. To this end, many of the populations and communities we work with focus on addressing structural and institutional racism that disproportionately impacts Black, Indigenous, and other people of color. Cloudburst believes that effective services and solutions are created with communities historically impacted by the systems we are attempting to transform. We strongly encourage applications from people who are representative of the culturally and ethnically diverse communities with whom we work. As of date of hire, Cloudburst offers health, life, and disability insurance. Employees accrue 120 hours of PTO for the first four years, and we observe 11 paid holidays. Employer match on 401(k) Retirement Plan contributions commences after 90 days of employment. Expected Compensation Range: $60,000 to $90,000 yearly Cloudburst is seeking to hire a full-time Environmental Review Analyst to support state and local organizations that receive funding through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) grants and programs. In a direct support role to HUD’s Office of Environment and Energy, this position will work to improve grantee capacity to advance and sustain environmental compliance; foster environmental and cultural stewardship, support the provision of decent, safe, and high-performing housing; and prepare environmental reviews to evaluate a project’s potential environmental impacts to determine whether it meets federal, state, and local environmental standards. Requirements: Qualified applicants will have the following: Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, advanced training, or equivalent experience and at least six years of related experience or a Master’s degree in a related field with at least two years of related experience Demonstrated experience with HUD Environmental Review (Part 50 and Part 58) processes that assess projects for potential environmental impacts and compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and related laws and authorities. Experience with HUD Community Planning and Development (CPD) programs, such as the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) or HOME Investments Partnership Program. Experience with HUD’s Environmental Review Online System (HEROS) Experience with HUD CPD Programs (CDBG and HOME preferred) Ability to prioritize concurrent tasks while working under strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment Exemplary interpersonal skills and ability to work on remote and in-person teams Willingness to learn new skills and programs Excellent oral and written communications Job Type: Full-time Pay: $60,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year